Rating: 4.5 ★ (68 ratings)
Hotspot Chinese Restaurant 福满楼 is a culinary gem found on Oxford's vibrant Cowley Road, offering a distinctive Chinese Szechuan hot pot and grill experience. Located on the first floor, it presents a modern interior thoughtfully blended with traditional Chinese elements, creating an inviting atmosphere well-suited for both friends and family gathered around large round tables. The restaurant particularly stands out for its interactive hot pot stations, allowing diners to choose from an array of simmering broths, alongside the option to grill their own selections at the table for a truly engaging meal.
The cuisine celebrates authentic Szechuan flavours, with an extensive menu featuring both traditional hot pot and grill selections. Guests can explore various broth options for their hot pot, including the spicy and numbing notes characteristic of Szechuan cuisine. Beyond hot pot, the menu highlights include dishes such as Braised Pork Belly with Pickled Cabbage and Vermicelli, Fried Chicken in Black Pepper Sauce, and Kung Pao Prawn, all crafted with a commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The interactive nature of cooking at your table further enhances the dining experience.
This restaurant is ideally suited for various gatherings, from intimate meals to larger celebrations with friends and family, fostering memorable shared experiences around the table. The innovative individual hot pot option also caters thoughtfully to solo diners or those with differing taste preferences, ensuring everyone can enjoy the authentic flavours on offer. Its engaging concept makes it a perfect choice for those seeking an interactive and convivial dining occasion.
Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
+44 1865 492272 | https://www.hotspotchineserestaurant.co.uk/
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The restaurant is on the 2nd floor, its spacious, clean and neat.
We ordered noodle soup, sweet and sour chicken, morning glory and eggplant dish.
All dishes were nice and good portions, however we waited for quite a while even though it wasnt busy.
The service was quite slow.
Overall its good value and tasty meal, we will visit again